The 406 Podcast

In this episode of 411 From 406, Chewie and Pip rank their Top 5 favorite Star Wars characters of all time, along with several honorable mentions. The conversation spans the Original Trilogy, Prequels, Sequels, Disney+ series, books, and extended universe, with plenty of nostalgia, debate, and deep-cut Star Wars lore. From iconic heroes like Luke Skywalker and Han Solo to legendary villains like D...

In this first episode of 2021 (and the first to be released as an AUDIO ONLY podcast), Chewie talks about the state of the world and the global pandemic, the state of the podcast and what's coming.  Originally recorded on January 5th, 2021  

With the recent passing of legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen, Pip and Chewie sit down and discuss a top near and dear to their hearts – all time Van Halen tunes! Originally recorded on November 16th, 2020

Chewie talks about his first and favorite Generation 1 Autobot Transformer figures from when he was growing up. Originally recorded on September 30th, 2020    

It’s that time of year… the leaves are turning, the wind is starting to blow and there’s only one thing to watch – scary movies! Pip and Chewie reveal their all time top five favorite horror movies in this episode sponsored by  ScareTissue.com ! Originally recorded on October 14th, 2020

Chewie talks about the previous night’s events in Cleveland which… were’t great. The first Presidential Debate between Joe Biden and President Donald Trump and the first game of the MLB Wildcard series between the Cleveland Indians and the New York Yankees. NOTE: this episode was recorded BEFORE game 2 of the Wildcard series where my Tribe got swept out of the playoffs. Two bad nights in a row in...

Pip and Chewie discuss their all time favorite video games across any platform (console, computer, arcade, mobile, etc.) Originally recorded on September 10th, 2020

Chewie gives some thoughts on being six months into the pandemic, a return to his office in downtown Cleveland and an upcoming show. Originally recorded on September 14th, 2020

Pip and Chewie discuss movies that couldn’t or would’t be made today for a variety of reasons. Originally recorded on July 13th, 2020

Chewie rambles about a variety of topics including a book he’s reading (168 Hours), the Cleveland Indians, Chief Wahoo, racism and outrage. Originally recorded on July 8th, 2020

In this solo episode of The 406 Podcast, Chewie reflects on the resurgence of COVID-19 and the possibility of another nationwide lockdown. He discusses the challenges of reopening, the debate surrounding masks and public health, the role of social media in shaping public opinion, and the uncertainty surrounding the months ahead. Recorded during a pivotal moment in the pandemic, the episode capture...

Is physical media still worth collecting in the age of streaming? In this solo episode of The 406 Podcast, Chewie shares the results of a social media poll comparing physical media and digital movie ownership. He discusses why he's moved almost entirely to digital purchases while recognizing the passion many collectors still have for Blu-rays, DVDs, special features, and limited editions. The epis...

The Top 5 series returns with a discussion that every rock fan has had at least once: What are the greatest power ballads ever recorded? In this episode, Chewie and Pip reveal their personal Top 5 lists while revisiting some of the most memorable songs from the late 1980s and early 1990s. Along the way, they discuss iconic vocalists, underrated bands, unforgettable music videos, and the personal m...

The nostalgia continues with another installment of Firsts and Favorites. This time, Chewie turns his attention to Cobra and the villains of the GI Joe universe. He shares memories of Destro, the first Cobra figure he owned, and Storm Shadow, the character who became his all-time favorite. Along the way, he recounts the lengthy search for the elusive Storm Shadow figure, the unexpected arrival of...

A new series begins! In this first installment of Firsts and Favorites, Chewie revisits his childhood GI Joe collection to discuss both the first figure he ever owned and the one that ultimately became his favorite. From Breaker, the communications specialist who accompanied him through countless adventures, to Snow Job, the arctic specialist whose unique look made him stand out from the rest of t...

Chewie talks about a potential return to normal at restaurants, rambles about the current state of the world, his son’s birthday and other random shenanigans including the day he quit dipping…  https://www.killthecan.org/53-days-ill-never-get-back/ Originally recorded on June 2nd, 2020

Chewie talks about his favorite drink recipes: a Perfect Manhattan or Jack Daniels on the rocks with olives. Originally recorded on May 29th, 2020

Chewie talks about George Floyd, the man who was senselessly murdered by a Minneapolis police officer while in custody on May 25, 2020. Originally recorded on May 30th, 2020

Chewie is joined by fellow 406er Pip to talk about their all time favorite WWE / WWF wrestlers. This is the podcast / vlog that they’ve been talking about for years now. It’s the first of (hopefully) many in this two man format. Originally recorded on March 27th, 2020

It’s Memorial Day weekend and Chewie talks about getting back to some version of ‘normal’ after the COVID-19 lockdowns with a neighbor movie night to watch the 2006 Robin Williams flick RV. Originally recorded on May 12th, 2020

Chewie talks about his all time favorite WWE / WWF wrestlers and why his beard looks so silly. Also… I’m THRILLED to report that my brother Pip is going to join me on an upcoming episode to re-do this list and to give you his thoughts – stay tuned! Originally recorded on May 20th, 2020

Chewie talks about a time when his youngest child got lost on a recent bike trip. Originally recorded on May 12th, 2020

Chewie talks about where he got his nickname and the origin of his website’s URL 406northlane.com. Originally recorded on May 5th, 2020

Chewie reviews the Netflix movie Spenser Confidential released in 2020, talks COVID, drive by birthday parties and ZOOM etiquette. Originally recorded on May 1st, 2020

Chewie reviews the second night of WrestleMania 36 which originally took place on April 5th, 2020. Originally recorded on April 21st, 2020